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SOC_SCI 334-DL : Social Justice, Human Rights, and the Commercial Sector

Description

In this course, students will explore the specific challenges, dynamics, and implications of social justice and human rights considerations within commercial organizations in the United States. Through a combination of theoretical frameworks, legal analysis, social science research, case studies, and practical applications, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the complexities and responsibilities associated with promoting social justice and human rights in the corporate sphere. Drawing on interdisciplinary perspectives from sociology, psychology, and other social sciences, students will examine how organizational practices and policies affect different social groups and analyze broader societal implications. By examining real-life examples and empirical evidence, students will develop critical thinking skills to analyze the causes and impacts of human rights issues, evaluate ethical considerations, and explore evidence-based strategies for fostering social justice within commercial organizations. Prerequisites: none.

This course is conducted completely online. A technology fee will be added to tuition.

Note: This course is limited to School of Professional Studies students only. Undergraduate students in other schools at Northwestern are not permitted to enroll in this course.